How to Beat Golden Star in Crimson Desert

Golden Star is unlike any other boss in Crimson Desert. This massive mechanical dragon in the Delesyia region is fought entirely from the back of your Wyvern mount in a thrilling aerial combat sequence. Standard ground tactics do not apply here.

Location

Golden Star is encountered in the Delesyia region during the main story progression. The fight takes place in the open sky above the Delesyian machine city. You must have the Crimson Wyvern mount unlocked before this encounter.

Prerequisites

This fight requires aerial combat proficiency. Before attempting Golden Star, make sure you have:

• Crimson Wyvern mount fully unlocked and upgraded
• Wyvern stamina upgraded to at least level 3
• A strong bow for aerial ranged attacks
• Familiarity with Wyvern flight controls

Boss Mechanics

Aerial Combat Basics

While mounted on the Wyvern, you can:

• Steer the Wyvern toward or away from the boss
• Fire ranged weapons while flying
• Dodge roll in the air to avoid incoming attacks (uses Wyvern stamina)
• Dive attack for high burst damage at close range

Phase 1 — Pursuit (100%–70% HP)

Golden Star flies in predictable patterns while firing mechanical projectiles. Match its speed and fire arrows at its exposed engine vents — glowing orange weak points on its wings and back.

• Machine Gun Volley — Rapid projectiles fired backward. Swerve left and right to weave through them.
• Tail Cannon — A charged shot from its tail. A red targeting laser telegraphs this attack — dodge the moment the laser turns bright.

Phase 2 — Confrontation (70%–35% HP)

Golden Star turns to face you directly. The fight becomes a head-on duel.

• Flame Breath — A wide cone of mechanical fire. Dive below the cone or climb above it.
• Wing Missiles — Homing projectiles launched from both wings. Perform a barrel roll dodge to shake them.
• EMP Pulse — Disables your Wyvern controls briefly. Maintain distance when you see the blue charge buildup.

Target the chest core — a large glowing weak point exposed when Golden Star opens its jaws for Flame Breath.

Phase 3 — Final Stand (35%–0% HP)

Golden Star becomes erratic, combining all previous attacks and adding:

• Detonation Spheres — Drops explosive orbs that float in the air. Navigate around them while maintaining fire.
• Ram Attack — Charges directly at you at high speed. Dodge at the last second for a slow-motion counterattack window.

Strategy Summary

1. Upgrade Wyvern stamina before attempting this fight
2. Target glowing engine vents and the chest core weak point
3. Manage Wyvern stamina carefully — never let it fully deplete
4. Use dive attacks during stagger windows for burst damage
5. Keep distance during EMP Pulse charges
6. In Phase 3, navigate around Detonation Spheres while maintaining pressure

Loot Drops

Golden Star is one of the most spectacular fights in Crimson Desert. Mastering aerial combat for this encounter opens up the entire Delesyia endgame and rewards you with some of the best crafting materials available.